HKEX Trading Hours — Is the HKEX Open Right Now?
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) trades 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Hong Kong time (UTC+8) on weekdays, with a 1-hour lunch break.
Regular Trading Hours
| Session | Time (Hong Kong) | Time (UTC) |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-market (if applicable) | Order entry from 9:00 AM | 01:00 |
| Regular session | 09:30 – 16:00 | 01:30 – 04:00 + 05:00 – 08:00 |
| After-hours (if applicable) | Closing auction 4:00 – 4:10 PM | 08:00 – 08:10 |
Hong Kong observes a typhoon closure rule — if Tropical Cyclone Signal 8 or above is hoisted, trading suspends. This happens 3–6 times per year on average.
HKEX 2026 Holiday Calendar
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thu, 1 Jan 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Tue, 17 Feb 2026 | Lunar New Year |
| Wed, 18 Feb 2026 | Lunar New Year |
| Thu, 19 Feb 2026 | Lunar New Year |
| Fri, 3 Apr 2026 | Good Friday |
| Mon, 6 Apr 2026 | Easter Monday |
| Mon, 1 May 2026 | Labour Day |
| Wed, 1 Jul 2026 | HKSAR Establishment Day |
| Wed, 1 Oct 2026 | National Day |
| Fri, 25 Dec 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Mon, 28 Dec 2026 | Boxing Day |
On these dates, the HKEX is fully closed (no regular session). Some holidays may have an early close — see the exchange's official calendar for definitive timings.
About HKEX
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange, operated by HKEX Group, is one of the world's top 10 by market cap and the dominant gateway for international investment into mainland Chinese companies. The flagship index is the Hang Seng Index (HSI), covering ~50 large-cap stocks including Tencent, HSBC, AIA, Meituan, and Alibaba.
FAQ
Does the HKEX have a lunch break?
Yes — 12:00 noon to 1:00 PM Hong Kong time. The break was shortened from 2 hours to 1 hour in 2011.
Is the HKEX open on weekends?
No. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
How does Lunar New Year affect HKEX trading?
The exchange typically closes for 3 trading days around Lunar New Year (the eve through day 3).